HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1210.10 – Hop cones; neither ground nor powdered nor in the form of pellets
HS code 1210.10 is the 6-digit subheading for hop cones, neither ground nor powdered nor in the form of pellets. It is used for whole leaf hops, dried hop cones, unprocessed hops, cascade hop cones and saaz hop cones.
What HS 1210.10 covers
This category covers whole, unprocessed hop cones, which are an indispensable ingredient in brewing beer, imparting bitterness, aroma, and preservative qualities. International trade in these raw hop cones is a significant part of the global brewing supply chain, with brewers worldwide sourcing specific hop varieties to achieve desired beer profiles and styles. Major exporters are countries with suitable climates and established hop farming industries, such as the United States, Germany, and the Czech Republic, which are renowned for their diverse hop varieties. Importers are primarily nations with robust brewing sectors, ranging from large industrial breweries to craft beer producers. Key factors in trade include hop variety, alpha acid content (for bitterness), aroma profile, and freshness, as these directly impact the quality and characteristics of the final beer product, demanding careful handling and storage.
- Covers
- Whole leaf hops
- Dried hop cones
- Unprocessed hops
- Cascade hop cones
- Saaz hop cones
- Hallertau hop cones
- Fuggle hop cones
- Centennial hop cones
- Examples
- Yakima Chief Hops (whole leaf)
- BarthHaas (whole leaf)
- Crosby Hops (whole leaf)
- Hopsteiner (whole leaf)
Codes often confused with 1210.10
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 121020, which covers ground, powdered, or pelletized hops; misclassification occurs if unprocessed cones are mistakenly declared as processed forms, or vice-versa.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 121010, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 121010 in UN Comtrade data was Poland, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 62% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Poland $11M 23% of world exports
- 2 Czechia $11M 23% of world exports
- 3 United States $11M 21% of world exports
World total: $49M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $41M 62% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $10M 15% of world imports
- 3 United States $7.5M 11% of world imports
World total: $66M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 1210.10
Brazil does not split HS 1210.10: its NCM code is 1210.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 12.10 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1210.10
What is HS code 121010?
HS code 121010 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Hop cones; neither ground nor powdered nor in the form of pellets. This category covers whole, unprocessed hop cones, which are an indispensable ingredient in brewing beer, imparting bitterness, aroma, and preservative qualities. International trade in these raw hop cones is a significant part of the global brewing supply chain, with brewers worldwide sourcing specific hop varieties to achieve desired beer profiles and styles. Major exporters are countries with suitable climates and established hop farming industries, such as the United States, Germany, and the Czech Republic, which are renowned for their diverse hop varieties. Importers are primarily nations with robust brewing sectors, ranging from large industrial breweries to craft beer producers. Key factors in trade include hop variety, alpha acid content (for bitterness), aroma profile, and freshness, as these directly impact the quality and characteristics of the final beer product, demanding careful handling and storage.
What products fall under HS code 121010?
Whole leaf hops, Dried hop cones, Unprocessed hops, Cascade hop cones, Saaz hop cones, Hallertau hop cones, Fuggle hop cones, Centennial hop cones
What are common misclassifications for HS code 121010?
This code is distinct from 121020, which covers ground, powdered, or pelletized hops; misclassification occurs if unprocessed cones are mistakenly declared as processed forms, or vice-versa.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 121010?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 121010 in UN Comtrade data were Poland ($11M, 23% of world exports), Czechia ($11M) and the United States ($11M). World exports came to about $49M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 121010?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 121010 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($41M, 62% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($10M) and the United States ($7.5M). World imports came to about $66M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 121010 structured?
HS code 121010 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (12) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 121010?
In Brazil, HS code 121010 is NCM 1210.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.